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Saab B202

Saab B202

In 1984 the Saab ”B202”–engine was introduced, that pawed the way for the modern turbocharged 4-cylinderengine. Downsizing as we know now means that a smaller engine has the same power and torque characteristics as a bigger naturally aspirated one, but still with the lower fuel consumption and exhaust emissions from the smaller one.

The engines cylinder volume was 1.985cc and the new cylinder head had 4 valves per cylinder. The engine management system was a combination between the new Bosch LH-Jetronic and the Saab APC-system with knockregulation. This engine was introduced in the Saab 900 T16 Aero ( SPG on the US-market ) and later in the Saab 9000.

The maximum power was 160-185hp and the maximum torque was 255-273 Nm.

Produced 1984-1993.

Thanks to it´s engine characteristics and special exhaust note, the Saab B202 today has a cult status among the enthusiasts.